Exploring Paris and Spain: A 10-Day Adventure

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Summary

Starts
Paris
Duration
10 days
Difficulty
Medium
Minimum age
1 years

Description

Embark on an unforgettable multi-day tour through the heart of Europe, exploring the iconic cities of Paris, Barcelona, and Madrid. This meticulously crafted itinerary offers a perfect blend of guided tours and self-exploration, ensuring you experience the best each city has to offer. From the romantic Seine River Cruise and the majestic Eiffel Tower in Paris to the architectural marvels of Barcelona and the royal splendor of Madrid, every day promises new adventures and lasting memories. Enjoy comfortable accommodations at renowned hotels like Le Bristol Paris, Hotel Arts Barcelona, and Hotel Ritz Madrid (or similar), and savor the rich cultural heritage, stunning landmarks, and vibrant atmospheres of these magnificent cities.

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Included

Only Breakfast (Lunch/Dinner not included)

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Airport Transfers

- If you are arriving/departing by flight, airport transfers will be included. If you arrive/depart by train or other means, please note that you will need to transfer on your own to the hotel/station using public transportation or by taking a cab.

Intercity Transfers

- Intercity transfers are included where indicated. Train/bus tickets or passes will be provided in standard class (2nd class).

Transfers from hotel to train station/bus station and vice versa are NOT included, either you can use public transportation or haul a cab (Uber/Bolt etc.) easily for the same.

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Hotels mentioned are for reference but rest assured we follow a strict standard and partner only with hotels meeting the criteria as below:

Hotels will be 3* and you can be assured of the quality of the properties, as we partner only with hotels which meet the following criteria - Overall and Location Rating >=8.0/10 on booking.com and Overall Rating >=4.0/5 on TripAdvisor and >=4.0 on Google. All hotels are centrally located and well connected by public transportation which will make sure your commuting time and costs are minimal

Paris- Hotel L'Interlude, or similar

Barcelona- Bcn Urbaness Gran Rosellon, or similar

Madrid - Sercotel Togumar or similar

Note

: City Tax and Tourist Tax on hotels is excluded and must be paid at the time of check-in directly to the hotel. It varies from 2-7 EUR per person per night. In case of Amsterdam apart from approx. EUR 3 city tax, an additional approx. EUR 10-15 per room per night tourism tax will also have to be paid directly. The tourism tax varies with season and the type of accommodation.

Please note that European hotel rooms are often more compact and may not include all amenities, such as electric kettles or elevators. However, they do ensure a comfortable and pleasant stay. Cool air-conditioning in Europe is often limited to 5°C under the ambient outside temperature (so if it is 30°C outside, the AC won't cool below 25°C). In Switzerland, most hotels will not have cool air conditioning at all. However, all hotels are centrally heated.

Check in and check out time across Europe will be 3:00 PM and 11:00 AM. However, if you arrive in a city earlier or depart later, you can store your bags with the hotel free of charge.

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This is a self-guided tour, no guide will be available (except for city walking tours, where indicated only). Admission tickets shall be included for attractions where mentioned in the itinerary. Detailed instruction to carry out the itinerary will be sent and an interactive online session to walk you through the detailed itinerary and answer questions will be held before departure. This will ensure you feel confident and fully prepared for your self exploratory journey. Priority assistance and guidance will be available over phone and WhatsApp throughout the trip, if needed.

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What happens once you book:

- Our team will contact you over WhatsApp

- A detailed instruction to carry out the itinerary along with all the vouchers shall be shared with you over email 3-4 weeks before departure (If the booking is received closer to departure, the same will be shared within 10 days of the booking)

- An interactive online session 3-4 weeks before departure to walk you through the detailed itinerary and answer questions. This session helps ensure that you feel confident and fully prepared for your self exploratory journey

- Priority assistance and guidance will be available over phone and WhatsApp throughout the trip

The following are the inclusions in this tour:

- Private pick up and drop from the airport for the party. There will be enough space for one medium size checked bag per passenger and one small cabin bag

- 3 star hotel with breakfast (no other meals are included)

- Day 1: River Siene Cruise - Sightseeing costs are included. Your voucher will always mention the meeting point for the cruise. Please adhere to that. Please note there are several boat companies running this services, and you will have to board the boat only as per the meeting point mentioned on your voucher (which will be for the relevant boat company).

- Day 1: Eiffel Tower Summit - You will have skip the line tickets for the same, the time on the ticket will have to be honoured. Please arrive atleast 15mins before the time mentioned on the ticket. However, once inside, you can stay till closing time. There is also an option of using the staircase up to the 2nd floor.

- Day 2: Walking Tour of Paris with a guide. This tour works on tips and you are expected to tip between at least Euro 5 to 10 for 2 people.

- Day 2: Louvre Museum skip the line entry tickets (only entry tickets are included, there is no guide. You have to reach the Museum and enter using your tickets. Then you will have the entire day to explore till closing time)

- Day 3: Champs-Élysées- This is a self guided walk.

- Day 3: Montmartre Walking tour - This is a self guided tour. You will be provided with a Google Maps Link, and you can follow that trail to explore the place by yourself.

- Day 3: Pere Lachaise Cemetery- This tour is also a self guided walk and there will be no guide involved

- Day 4: Transfer to Barcelona - You will be transfered by train to Barcelona (the train cost is included in the package, but you will have to reach the train station on your own). Post reaching Barcelona, check-into your hotel

- Day 5: Walking Tour of Barcelona with a guide. This tour works on tips and you are expected to tip between at least Euro 5 to 10 for 2 people.

- Day 5: Sagrada Familia  - You will have skip the line tickets for the same, the time on the ticket will have to be honoured. Please arrive atleast 15mins before the time mentioned on the ticket. However, once inside, you can stay till closing time. You will have to reach the meeting point on your own.

- Day 6: Monserrat Full day tour  - You’ll be visiting the Monserrat Mountain. Return day tickets will be provided but you will need to reach the meeting point on your own.

- Day 7: Transferto Madrid - You’ll be transferred to Madrid from Barcelona by train. You will need to reach the train station on your own.

- Day 8: Madrid City Walking Tour -  This tour works on tips and you are expected to tip between at least Euro 5 to 10 for 2 people. You will need to reach the meeting point on your own.

- Day 8: Royal Palace of Madrid - You will have skip the line tickets for the same, the time on the ticket will have to be honoured. Please arrive atleast 15mins before

the time mentioned on the ticket. However, once inside, you can stay till closing time. You will have to reach the meeting point on your own.

- Day 9: Day trip to Toledo - You’ll be visiting the Toledo city. Return day tickets will be provided but you will need to reach the train station on your own.

- Day 10: Departure - Drop to the airport by private cab

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Map

Attractions

Ayuntamiento de Toledo, Toledo, Castile-La Mancha, SpainToledo City Hall
Photo of Toledo Skyline with Alcazar of Toledo - Toledo, Spain.Alcázar of Toledo
Macizo de MontserratMontserrat
Photo of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris on a bright afternoon in Spring, France.Notre-Dame de Paris
Photo of Champ de Mars view from top of Eiffel tower looking down see the entire city as a beautiful classic architecture, France.Champ de Mars
Photo of beautiful summer view of Louvre Museum, one of the world's most important museums, historic monument and parisian landmark, Paris, France.Louvre Museum
photo of Pont Neuf and river Seine waters at beautiful morning in Paris, France.Pont Neuf
Plaza de la Armería, Madrid
Photo of sagrada Familia in Barcelona, the most known building created by Antoni Gaudi.Sagrada Família
Photo of Eiffel Tower in Paris, France best Destinations in Europe.Eiffel Tower
Photo of Mercado San Miguel in Madrid, Spain. Mercado San Miguel of Madrid is one of the most popular landmark in Madrid, Spain.Market of San Miguel
FLY TOLEDO, Toledo, Castile-La Mancha, SpainFLY TOLEDO
Laredo palace, Distrito I, Alcalá de Henares, Área metropolitana de Madrid y Corredor del Henares, Community of Madrid, SpainLaredo palace
Square of Saint-Jacques Tower
Parc de la Vallée aux Loupsparc de la Vallée aux Loups
Cold Greenhouse
Musée de MontmartreMusée de Montmartre
Besòs Water Tower

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 – Day 1: Paris

  • Paris - Arrival day
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  • Eiffel Tower
  • Square of Saint-Jacques Tower
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Upon arrival in Paris, you will be welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel in a private cab. Begin your adventure with a scenic River Seine Cruise, offering a unique perspective of Parisian boulevards. Later, ascend to the summit of the iconic Eiffel Tower with skip-the-line tickets. Enjoy the breathtaking views until closing time. Overnight stay at Le Bristol Paris (or similar).

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Day 2

Day 2 – Day 2: Paris

  • Paris
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  • Notre-Dame de Paris
  • Louvre Museum
  • Pont Neuf
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Embark on a walking tour of Paris with an expert local guide, exploring iconic sites such as the Cathedral Notre Dame de Paris and Pont Neuf. Later, visit the Louvre Museum with skip-the-line tickets and spend the day admiring its vast collection. Overnight stay at Le Bristol Paris (or similar).

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Day 3

Day 3 – Day 3: Paris

  • Paris
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  • Champ de Mars
  • parc de la Vallée aux Loups
  • Musée de Montmartre
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Stroll along the prestigious Champs-Élysées, then embark on a self-guided Montmartre Walk, exploring its charming museums, vineyards, and windmills. End the day with a visit to Pere Lachaise Cemetery, the final resting place of many famous personalities. Overnight stay at Le Bristol Paris (or similar).

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Day 4

Day 4 – Day 4: Paris to Barcelona

  • Barcelona
  • Paris
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Travel from Paris to Barcelona via train, a scenic journey of approximately 8 hours. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay at Hotel Arts Barcelona (or similar).

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Day 5

Day 5 – Day 5: Barcelona

  • Barcelona
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  • Sagrada Família
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Discover Barcelona's rich history on a walking tour, exploring its ancient streets and learning about its famous artists and architects. Later, visit the awe-inspiring Sagrada Familia, marveling at its unique architecture and stained glass windows. Overnight stay at Hotel Arts Barcelona (or similar).

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Day 6

Day 6 – Day 6: Montserrat

  • Barcelona
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  • Montserrat
  • Besòs Water Tower
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Embark on a day trip to Montserrat Mountain, traveling by train and cogwheel to reach the top. Visit the Benedictine Abbey and the famous Montserrat Monastery, learning about their rich history. Return to Barcelona in the evening. Overnight stay at Hotel Arts Barcelona (or similar).

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Day 7

Day 7 – Day 7: Barcelona to Madrid

  • Madrid
  • Barcelona
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Travel from Barcelona to Madrid via train. Spend the rest of the day exploring Madrid at your own pace, enjoying its vibrant atmosphere and dining options. Overnight stay at Hotel Ritz Madrid (or similar).

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Day 8

Day 8 – Day 8: Madrid

  • Madrid
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  • Plaza de la Armería, Madrid
  • Market of San Miguel
  • Laredo palace
  • Cold Greenhouse
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Explore Madrid with a guided tour, visiting the San Miguel Market, Plaza de la Villa, Royal Opera House, and Madrid Royal Palace. In the afternoon, delve deeper into the Royal Palace's history and art. Overnight stay at Hotel Ritz Madrid (or similar).

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Day 9

Day 9 – Day 9: Toledo

  • Madrid
  • Toledo
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  • Toledo City Hall
  • Alcázar of Toledo
  • FLY TOLEDO
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Embark on a self-guided full-day walking tour of Toledo, a UNESCO World Heritage City. Explore its historic sites, including the Alcázar and Toledo Cathedral. Return to Madrid in the evening. Overnight stay at Hotel Ritz Madrid (or similar).

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Day 10

Day 10 – Day 10: Departure

  • Madrid - Departure day
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Conclude your multi-day tour with a private cab transfer from your hotel to the airport, marking the end of your unforgettable journey through Paris, Barcelona, and Madrid.

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